venue Hire at almond valley
Unique spaces for your next event
Set in 23 acres of natural habitat, Almond Valley Heritage Centre is the perfect setting for a corporate meeting, event, family or wedding party.
From meetings to celebrations – we’ve got the space
Meeting Room Hire: Our onsite meeting room is laid out board room style and can accommodate up to 16 people comfortably.
The Orchard Barn: Set in the heart of the Almond Valley site, the impressive Orchard Barn is a unique venue ideally suited for larger scale events/gatherings. The beautiful wooden structure, complete with a Shepherd’s Hut food & drink outlet, is the perfect arena for the ultimate, memorable celebration. (Available after 5pm)
Food & Drink packages: Looking for onsite catering and or refreshments, our onsite catering team can work with you to develop the perfect food/drink offer to meet your needs.
For larger functions/events, we’re also able to hire out our catering facilities to external suppliers, providing a well-equipped professional equipment for external catering suppliers.
For further information please get in touch.
Book a birthday party at Almond Valley
Celebrate with an unforgettable birthday at Almond Valley. Enjoy 23 acres of animals and adventure play, delicious food, and exclusive use of our party room. Tailor your party and relax while we bring the fun.
What people have to say
Miranda Maddox
1 week ago
Wonderful day out with the kids! Has everything you need: free parking, cafe, animals, play areas for little and big kids, and picnic areas. Can easily spend the entire day here. Definitely recommend!
Galerith
1 week ago
Very nice park for the wee ones! And very enjoyable for the parents too!
Sean Diamond
2 weeks ago
Fantastic place to play, relax and explore.
suzi carson
2 weeks ago
Fantastic! I wish I had visited years ago. We went as a group with kids aged 4-12 and all of them loved it.
Loads of covered picnic spots for hot or wet days.
Cafe was lovely, loads of food and very tasty.
The tractor and train ride were great fun and the staff were brilliant and really friendly.
The play areas were absolutely brilliant. Kids had a ball and the information about the history of the area was great for us adults.
The animals were cute and we wandered past them while the kids ran around, there is so much space for wee ones to run and explore.
The mill was interesting and really well signed with information on what everything did and how it worked.
We also found an archaeology dig site which the kids loved and it gave us a bit of relief from the sun.
I loved the wartime garden, it was really interesting and sitting in the bomb shelter was something different.
We ended up running out of time and missed the museum at the entrance but I will be back for a look soon.
Lots of seats including ones under cover dotted all over. Also water fountains for refilling water bottles are dotted around.
Overall a really value for money day out. I would recommend Almond Valley for families, the friendly staff and ability to let the kids run and have fun is worth every penny.
Loads of covered picnic spots for hot or wet days.
Cafe was lovely, loads of food and very tasty.
The tractor and train ride were great fun and the staff were brilliant and really friendly.
The play areas were absolutely brilliant. Kids had a ball and the information about the history of the area was great for us adults.
The animals were cute and we wandered past them while the kids ran around, there is so much space for wee ones to run and explore.
The mill was interesting and really well signed with information on what everything did and how it worked.
We also found an archaeology dig site which the kids loved and it gave us a bit of relief from the sun.
I loved the wartime garden, it was really interesting and sitting in the bomb shelter was something different.
We ended up running out of time and missed the museum at the entrance but I will be back for a look soon.
Lots of seats including ones under cover dotted all over. Also water fountains for refilling water bottles are dotted around.
Overall a really value for money day out. I would recommend Almond Valley for families, the friendly staff and ability to let the kids run and have fun is worth every penny.
Claire Gilroy
1 month ago
Visited with my daughter (11), niece (5) and nephews (4,nearly 2). It was perfect for the little ones but my daughter was a little bored, mainly as most kids there were a lot younger and she felt awkward playing on things with them.
The park is well designed for sun and rain with the indoor play barn, sand pit and outdoor playground covered meaning you get a break from the elements. There is also an outside forest play park with natural cover from the trees.
It is value for money as, once in, you don't have to pay for anything. We took a picnic with us and there is enough seats etc, again covered which was great as it was a very hot day.
We stayed from 11am until closing. The kids loved the sandpit and the little karts the most.
The main issue is lack of toilets and no where to fill up water bottles on a hot day. They could do with installing portaloos near the main park or at least warning you that there are only two sets of toilets and it's a 15 mins walk with little ones to get back from end of park to the toilet!
The park is well designed for sun and rain with the indoor play barn, sand pit and outdoor playground covered meaning you get a break from the elements. There is also an outside forest play park with natural cover from the trees.
It is value for money as, once in, you don't have to pay for anything. We took a picnic with us and there is enough seats etc, again covered which was great as it was a very hot day.
We stayed from 11am until closing. The kids loved the sandpit and the little karts the most.
The main issue is lack of toilets and no where to fill up water bottles on a hot day. They could do with installing portaloos near the main park or at least warning you that there are only two sets of toilets and it's a 15 mins walk with little ones to get back from end of park to the toilet!
pauline coe-welch
2 months ago
Was very busy, had about 4 school trips all in here, I went along with my daughter's school trip as one is ASN and they loved it. Would happily come back.
James M
2 months ago
Loved the pedal carts and inground trampolines, just a great place to let the kids be themselves. Beautiful buildings, and very clean and well kept
Maria Parkinson
2 months ago
We usually come here on a Friday. The kids love it. It's very relaxing here and they enjoy the soft play if it's raining. They are also interested in the animals, historical settings and play together in the outside areas.
xbro 2
2 months ago
Great family day out place with a great mix of play and animals
Młody Krosno
2 months ago
A great place for a trip with kids. There's a restaurant and restrooms on site. I highly recommend it. I'll definitely be back.
Chezhian Krishnasamy
3 months ago
We had a wonderful birthday party at Almond Valley Heritage Centre. We chose the adventure package with hot food. Kids enjoyed the jumping pillow, various animals, the tractor ride and the food. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Overall, the experience was fabulous.
Sharon Smith
3 months ago
Fantastic day out with loads to see and do. Amazing undercover play area, great museum and lovely animals. Brilliant fun and very educational too.
Gosia
3 months ago
great place for day out with kids
Лена Яременко Ноур
3 months ago
Amazin place for kids. Will recommend 100%
Gemma Kelly
8 months ago
I’ve been going to “mill farm” since I was a wee girl and now me and my own kids get to share happy memories here. We have season passes which are so worth it as we come all the time. Sun, rain or snow! There is so much to do, from inside, to outside. Animals, museum, cafe, train ride, soft play, outdoor parks etc. We never get bored of coming here. The reception staff always greet with a warm welcome. This years Santa and elf were 10/10! The elf was so friendly, cheery and just a lovely elf. And the Santa, he was so real that at the age of 35, I’m a believer! The only thing I’d like to request is more hard hats for the mine as both of my kids like to wear one and there has only ever been one hard hat the last few times we hav visited so to save fights another one would be fab 😄
LOUISE MCDONALD
8 months ago
We had an absolutely fabulous party at Almond Valley for my wee boy turning 5 years old! Guests ranged from 2 to 7 years and all loved it! The hot food was excellent with veggie sticks and fruit on offer, too. The party room was beautifully decorated and we took our own wall-hanging, speaker and disco lights as well. We did the small animal experience which was a nice extra, but if the cost adds a bit much, don't be put off as there is so much else to do! The kids loved the tractor ride (included) and train ride (£2/guest). We got fairly lucky with the weather for December but even if it had rained all day, there were loads of indoor things to do (although I'd recommend waterproofs and wellies if damp so the kids can use all of the outdoor stuff). I feel that we hardly scratched the surface of the play things on offer! Staff did a great job of organising the party and made it all easy. Highly recommended - brilliant value and the kids and grown ups alike were impressed! Thank you!
Loopy Lou
12 months ago
A full family day out! Activities for all ages in the place. Mining museum to catch a glimpse of history in the area. Animal encounters (we got to pet the chick's, guinea pigs and polecat). Outdoor adventures with a new fort on offer to climb and slide. Jumping pillows, excavation sand pit and go-karts to name a few. Great value for money and reasonable priced drinks and snack at the outdoor snack van too.
Lianne Scobie
1 year ago
Brilliant place to visit. So much to do you can spend the whole day there.
Tania Puzielli
1 year ago
Great experience and fun day out for kids and adults. We went with a couple of friends, for a total of 4 adults and 3 girls. The price is worth every penny because the park is full of surprises and cute animals and there are also so many different activities. The girls were extremely excited and loved the attactions and the train ride. We def gonna be back soon!
Ali N
1 year ago
👌🏼👌🏼👌🏼
David Campbell
1 year ago
Great day out, lots to do, kids had a good time. However, The train was a bit underwhelming. But over all I wouldn't rate it less on stars.
Katie Scott
1 year ago
Better than expected. Reasonable priced cafe as well £5 for a toasties bit more if you add chips. Also £2 per person for train ride and £1 per person for the tractor. Everyone was friendly and the day we had was 20 degrees. Wonderful day! Was a nursery trip.
